Senior Data Scientist, Computer Vision

Company: MSD Malaysia
Location: Rahway
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Senior Data Scientist, Computer Vision
Apply remote type: Hybrid - Location: CZE - Central Bohemian - Prague (Five) - Time type: Full time - Posted on: Posted Yesterday - End Date: June 1, 2025 (28 days left to apply) - Job requisition id: R337196
Job Description
The Animal Health IT Advanced Analytics team is searching for a data scientist proficient in computer vision and eager to engage in other fields of data science and AI. Our team supports Animal Health across all business areas: research and development, manufacturing, supply chain, commercial, and others. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects and collaborate with divisional data scientists, fostering a community of learning, challenge, and inspiration. We are shaping the Animal Health Data Science and AI strategy, serving as a community facilitator, and helping non-technical colleagues to understand data science and AI better.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead delivery of computer vision, image processing, and other machine learning projects.
  
• Work on technical pilots and feasibility studies to create value, transitioning successful pilots to scalable production.
  
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
  
• Understand the business context and align tools and decisions with stakeholder expectations.
  
• Participate in professional communities and mentor colleagues to enhance AI and data science maturity.
  
• Mentor junior colleagues from a technical perspective.
  
  Candidate Profile:
  We seek candidates with a strong technical background and collaborative skills. Qualifications in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Analytics, Physics, or Bioinformatics are valued. Experience/skills include:
  
  
• At least 5 years in AI, machine learning, or data science.
  
• Understanding of machine learning research in computer vision and ability to review research publications.
  
• Effective communication of technical concepts to senior stakeholders.
  
• Hands-on coding experience with Python scientific stacks.
  
• Knowledge of image processing libraries like OpenCV, deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, MXNet.
  
• Experience with rapid prototyping tools like Matlab and FIJI/ImageJ.
  
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure is a plus.
  
• Domain knowledge in pharmaceutical areas is a plus.
  
• Full stack web development and UX knowledge are beneficial.
  
• Master's or PhD in relevant fields preferred.
  
  Our Offer:
  

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• Exciting projects in a global, international environment.
  
• Opportunities for professional growth.
  
• Hybrid work model, flexible scheduling.
  
• Benefits including pension, health insurance, paid leave, volunteer hours, parental leave.
  
• Tax-free benefits, discounts, up-to-date equipment, and amenities.
  
• Competitive salary and incentives.
  
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  Additional Information
  Merck & Co., Inc. does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms without a valid agreement. All submissions by search firms without an agreement will be considered property of the company, and no fee will be paid.
  Employee Status: Regular
  Relocation: No
  VISA Sponsorship: No
  Travel Requirements: None specified
  Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid
  Shift: Not specified
  Valid Driving License: Not specified
  Hazardous Material(s): Not specified
  Required Skills:
  Business Intelligence, Database Design, Data Engineering, Data Modeling, Data Science, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Software Development, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Waterfall Model
  Preferred Skills:
  Not specified
  Job Posting End Date:
  05/6/2025
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